Rich Klein and I discuss (in a positive tone) the awkward subject of cheating in baseball, historically and currently, including the impact on sports cards and their values.
Are you safer always following the crowd? When, if ever, do you go your own way?
A brief discussion of the coronavirus as well as the shocking cancellations of live sports - how that might impact our industry?
My friend and colleague Mark Harwell passed away three and a half years ago - he is sorely missed - I watched his career fully blossom with delight.
"To graph or not not to graph, that is the question, whether 'tis nobler ..." is a take-off on the famous Shakespeare quote. Jacob Noble and I discuss the tension between hobbyists who disagree about getting a rookie card personally signed.
Rich Klein and I have a wide-ranging conversation about where you would rather be on a Saturday at a show - behind or in front of the table - or the seller of the tables.
Hobby veteran Doug Kale and I discuss other ways (and platforms) to sell cards.
Listener Brad Askew and I have a wide-ranging and enjoyable discussion.
Bert Randolph Sugar's Sports Collectors Bible, published back in 1975, was a huge foundational contribution to our industry.
Ken Capell shares his love for Upper Deck's Young Guns.
Rich Klein and I discuss Thurman Munson's tragically-shortened career and his cards.
NFL Agent and Favre super-collector, Jordan Hagedorn, and I sit down to discuss Brett Favre and his many football cards.
My guest and friend Doug Kale has worn many hats in this industry including a fruitful stint at Beckett Publications. We discuss his origin story and his eclectic and diverse collecting interests.
Dave Sliepka and I discuss the meteoric rise and fall of Pro Set, which burst on the scene in 1989 as the official card manufacturer of the NFL. Much of the on-going success and vitality of the football card market can be traced back to Pro Set's innova...
Tim Getsch, founder and CEO of COMC.com, joins for a discussion of Orel Hershiser and his cards, as Tim is one of several who player collect Orel. Obviously COMC plays a key role in his pursuit.
How do you know whether you are more of an investor or more of a collector?
Pulling the trigger (quickly or slowly) on a card purchase can depend on your personality and your preparation.
Eric Norton, host of Beckett Media's Fat Packs podcast, sits down with me for a chat about his experience working directly in-stadium for the Seattle Mariners, selling game-used memorabilia and card team sets.
We briefly recap all the immediate past episodes from #139 through #158. Any questions, comments, or future episode suggestions can be sent to doctorjamesbeckett@gmail.com for consideration. Thanks!
Adam Martin of mega-dealer/wholesaler Dave and Adam's discusses his hobby journey including the growth of his enterprise and the heat of the hobby right now.
Tim Getsch, Founder and CEO of COMC.com, and I discuss advanced selling strategies on his platform.
Geoff Wilson's "Sports Card Investor" podcast published an excellent episode in December 2020, entitled "20 Things New Sports Card Investors Must Know". I recommend listening to his episode first. Then I did an episode (#126 on January 9, 2020) briefly...
Listener Sean Coleman's favorite set!
Jacob Noble has a stressful job: criminal defense attorney. Jacob wrote me in response to our prior episode on hobby job opportunities, and we discuss his situation. Jacob had some interesting ideas and can be reached at jacob@noblelawyer.com if you wa...